Mississippi’s Aquarium Sea of Stars Fundraiser

The Mississippi Aquarium hosted their annual Sea of Stars fundraiser event. The event featured live music, a variety of gourmet vendors, exhibits, silent auctions and more. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren was at the event live with some familiar faces to show all the sights and sounds from the event. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Mississippi Aquarium, Sea of…

WXXV Votes Election Preview October 31st

The November 5th general election is fast approaching and WXXV News 25’s got you covered as you prepare to cast your ballot. Tune in on October 31st at 9 p.m. on WXXV FOX for our WXXV Votes Election preview broadcast. Candidates that you’ll see on your ballots here in South Mississippi will join WXXV Lead Anchor Grant Chighizola live in-studio…

St. Patrick High journalism class visits WXXV

We here at WXXV News 25 had a special treat this morning. The St. Patrick Catholic High School journalism class took a field trip to our WXXV News Station. The class witnessed behind the scenes with the production booth and then went out to the studio floor where the TV magic happens! Senior Laina Seal even joined Ethan on the…

10/24 – Sam Parker’s “Warming” Thursday Midday Forecast

Much of the same like yesterday we see continued dry and warm with highs a verity in the mid and upper 80s and lows in the upper 50s to lower 60s through Friday night. although Friday morning looks to see some patchy fog mainly around the LA/MS border and portions of Jackson county. The high pressure over head continues to…

Volunteers needed for upcoming Peter Anderson Festival

Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce CEO and President Cynthia Sutton is in studio to talk about the need for volunteers ahead of the Peter Anderson Festival. The festival takes place November 2nd and 3rd. Each year, volunteers welcome artists and crafters and nearly 100,000 visitors to Ocean Springs and Coastal Mississippi for the annual festival. If you are interested in…

Kelly Family Thanksgiving Dinner

Julie Massengill is in studio to talk about the Kelly Family Thanksgiving. The annual event takes place November 28th at the Bay St. Louis Community Hall. The feast begins at 11 a.m. and goes on until 2 p.m. or the food is gone. You can dine in, carry out, or get food delivered. For more information, click here. Categories: Community…

10/23 – Trey Tonnessen’s “Grilling” Wednesday Night Forecast

Meteorologist Trey Tonnessen

The forecast for the rest of the month of October in 3 words, warm and dry. That`s pretty much it. The main driver of those conditions are broad upper level ridge that is/will remain spread across the southern states of the United States and relatively shallow northern stream troughs tracking east this week. Therefore, expect to see lows and highs…

Former Ocean Springs high school football star Bray Hubbard set to make first career start at Alabama

Two time Mr. Football and former four-star ocean springs high school football star Bray Hubbard has made a name for himself within the Alabama football program and fan base. Sources tell News 25 that Hubbard will be getting his first career start for the crimson tide this Saturday against Missouri. In Alabama’s loss to Tennessee, Hubbard played 51 snaps, including…

New Orleans Saints and star running back Alvin Kamara agree on 2-year extension through the 2026 season

On Tuesday it was announced that Alvin Kamara and the Saints have agreed to a two year, 24.5 Million dollar extension that will last through the 20-26 season. Kamara is the organizations all-time leader in rushing touchdowns with 60, total touchdowns with 84, and all purpose yards with 11,396. He also ranks second in team history in rushing yards and…

Taste of the Future benefiting the Boys and Girls Club

Samantha Martin and Wanda Hilliard joining us in studio now to talk about an upcoming event benefitting the Boys and Girls Club. The eighth annual Taste of the Future takes place November 1st. The fun begins at 6 p.m. and runs all the way to 10 p.m. at the Bay St. Louis Community Hall. This event benefits the Boys and…

WXXV stops by Mert’s Satsumas in Gulfport

The Orange Grove community in Gulfport is aptly named because it once boasted multiple orange farms. One farm in the area still carrying on the tradition. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. headed to Mert’s Satsumas earlier today. The farm is family owned and operated by Glenn and Valeria Merritt. Mert’s Satsuma’s invites families to pick their own fruit and…

Livestock at the Jackson County Fair

The Jackson County Fair is in full swing, but one of the biggest events is still on the horizon. At the Jackson County Fair, there’s plenty to keep you busy. From the fair food offerings to all the bright lights and rides, you shouldn’t have any trouble keeping yourself entertained. But one of the stars of the Jackson County Fair…

10/23 – Sam Parker’s “Get Outside” Wednesday Midday Forecast

Dry conditions at least through the the next few days. Temperatures will be a bit warmer today in the mid 80s. This is where these temps will stagnate. Basically, the lows slowly increase each night and the highs each day will be relatively similar. Tropics are quiet with no activity for the next 7 days. Categories: Weather Headlines Tags: Dry…

10th annual Halloween Spectacular

Director of Senior Services Jamie Smith is in studio to talk about the upcoming Red Barnett Senior Center Halloween Spectacular. The 10th annual Halloween Spectacular takes place Thursday, October 24th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Biloxi Civic Center. This year’s theme is ‘Lost in Wonderland.’ For more information, call Jamie at 228-392-9988. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: 10th…

Ocean Springs officer honored by Keesler Federal Credit Union

The Ocean Springs Police had a member honored by Keesler Federal Credit Union. Officer Trey Smith was selected as a First Responder of the Year. Officer Smith serves in the Ocean Springs Police Department’s traffic division. He also serves as the department’s chaplain. Officer Smith was nominated for the award due to him working community events, also serving as community…

In-person absentee voting begins Saturday, October 26th

The first day for in-person absentee voting begins this weekend. Circuit Clerk Offices will be open from 8 until noon on October 26th. The last day to vote absentee this way is Saturday, November 2nd. As a reminder for mail-in ballots, those ballots must be postmarked by November 5th and received by a circuit clerk office by November 13th to…